stephaniek511 Member

2800 on Sunday night...including 20x50. Coach was in a mean mood.

Mirena did not work for me and I had it taken out after about a year. I didn't experience any weight gain on it but did notice a slight loss once it was removed.

Leftover potatoes, sauerkraut, and smoked sausage

Choc-cola...in a can. Also, Egg Nog ice cream - couldn't find it anywhere this holiday season!

Today it was leftovers - usually it's some sort of bowl consisting of quinoa, protein (chicken or salmon), and bunches of veggies. I like to throw in something pickled for a bit of tang. Convenient because I can eat it hot or cold depending on my work schedule.

About 1,800 yards last night. Was being a little lazy - kept a slow but consistent pace and largely ignored the workout (that's what happens when the coach doesn't show up!)

I've tried the green Edamame pasta from Aldi and enjoyed it - I know they had the other choice so will have to try it based on your recommendation. I liked that I can leave out any protein source that I would include with traditional spaghetti and still feel that I got a balanced meal. I also found the texture to not be…

Good swim last night - about 3,000 yards. Trying to work back up slowly but surely.

3,200 last night...mostly pulls, thanks coach. Hopefully my arms will remain attached today.

I've been stuck on quinoa bowls lately because they're easy to make in advance, filling, and versatile. I make up a batch and mix in salsa or canned tomatoes, add a protein (chicken, beans, or salmon), and throw in veggies. I like that I can warm it or eat it cold (as I'm dashing to a meeting). I like to throw in a handful…

Yesterday about 3,000 yards with Masters. Trying to get back into it after taking a break for some medical issues.

What these folks said. I also use sugar free jello, if you like it. Sweet enough to cut the hankering and minimal calories.

Wondering the same. I swim with Masters and the fast lanes get in roughly 5k during our longer 1.5 hour practices. Us kids in the slow lanes hit about 75% of that. It does get mundane in a 25yd pool.

I'm in the same boat - 5'6", 135...I have clothes from size 2 to 10 in my closet (all fit) - it's completely annoying. And everything has to be hemmed because I don't wear 6 inch heels.

I am very sorry this happened to you - it sounds like you are making amazing changes for yourself and that should be applauded! I agree with the others about trying to move beyond negativity from strangers - much easier said than done, of course! Sadly I have been with my father in these types of situations - he is very…

This - I look for the "meat and potatoes" dish. Not the most exciting thing but the easiest way to eliminate the hidden/unknown calories for me. I find that most places will advertise the size of a steak, making it easy to cut it in half (or whatever) and box up leftovers. I guesstimate on chicken or fish. Of course, this…

Howdy from Arlington, VA!

It's been a mind over matter thing for me. When I began my weight loss journey, I had to trick myself a bit and I used snacks to do that ("Oh look, I'm eating very small healthy meals but I get all these snacks as well so I haven't cut back at all"). Now that healthy eating is my lifestyle, I've starting ramping up my…

Yay, thank you for the additional responses! I really do like it so I think I'll give home brewing a try.

I second this, with a couple of twists...use butter instead of mayo and cut a nice, thick slice of vidalia (sweet) onion to add. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. My mouth is watering just thinking about it. And yes, virtually no nutritional value whatsoever but oh-so-delicious!

I put them in my overnight oats because, well, most of the recipes call for them as a thickener. I enjoy the little crunch they add but haven't noticed quite the effect you have.

I experience the same thing if I don't pair it up with protein somehow. I usually through in a healthy spoonful of PB2, which helps. I recently have tried protein powder, which helped significantly but I don't love the taste. Hope you find something that works for you!

It really is a nice option, if it's an investment you can afford to make (or even better, get your employer to purchase). When I have my "desk days" (days with basically no meetings), I find I feel much better if I alternate sitting and standing about every 45mins-1hr. I do recommend one of the floor mats for when you…

Oh, I'm not familiar with water kefir - does it have the same fizz as kombucha? I will have to see if a store has some nearby for me to try and do some research into making it! I find I just like fermented foods/drinks versus using them for any health benefits (real or imagined). I don't drink much soda but really enjoy…

Two good opinions...thank you both!

Agree with the other responses - it happens to all of us from time to time. For me, the big thing is not beating myself up over it - think of all the super successful days when I've done well and realize they far outnumber the once in a while day where snacking just happens. And if it's helpful, I did the same thing last…

Love them...and thinking about what I will do with the bag of them at home now that you all have shared your recipes with me!

I buy them at Aldi - smallish bag and have never found any non-chia seed things in them :)

Me too! I should try the protein powder - I currently use chia seed as the thickener, unsweetened almond milk, a splash of vanilla, cinnamon, and whatever fruit I have on hand. I usually add PB Powder but doesn't sound like that will work for the OP right now.

Lil' Red Beans here